NEW, IMPROVED MITSUBISHI VEHICLES AT DEVONSHIRE MOTORS

MITSUBISHI has been busy making a whole host of improvements to its vehicles and they’re all available at Devonshire Motors in Barnstaple.

Nathan Tomlinson, Dealer Principal at the Braunton Road showroom, said: ‘All these vehicles have had significant changes this year. In fact, there have been so many improvements in the quality, performance, appearance, class-leading features and so on that we can practically relaunch the range.’ 
 

The Outlander PHEV is the nation’s favourite choice of plug-in vehicle, with Mitsubishi having sold more than 12,500 of them since the SUV’s launch last year. And with the new model, launched in Tokyo in October by London Mayor Boris Johnson, fuel economy has been improved – up from 148mpg to 156mpg – while CO2 emissions are down from 44g/km to 42g/km.

 


Meanwhile, the new Outlander diesel is Mitsubishi’s safest and most environmentally-friendly version of the SUV ever produced. Among the many enhancements, a total of 40 noise, vibration and harshness improvements have been introduced, and the crossover boasts new styling, too. As well as an improved appearance, which includes new-look LED headlamps and new rear lamps, ride and handling have been made even better, while the cabin interior has also been worked on to improve levels of comfort and safety.

Available with a choice of powerful, yet efficient, petrol and diesel engines, the awesome ASX crossover offers impressive fuel economy but still packs plenty of pulling power. It also boasts a five-star Euro-NCAP safety rating and is available as a four-wheel drive. A new naming structure has been brought in for it, with the ASX 2 now called the ASX ZC, the ASX 3 becoming the ASX ZC-M, and the ASX 4 now the ASX ZC-H. Among the many new or changed specifications from the current ASX 2, the ASX ZC now has steering wheel audio controls, privacy glass and a premium front centre arm rest/console box. The ASX ZC-M gains a number of key specification items to create a fresh new look and feel, including new 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels plus DAB, while the range-topping ASX ZC-H has a factory-fitted Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System, boasting a seven-inch high-definition touchscreen display, sat nav, reversing camera, DAB plus FM/AM/LW radio, CD players and SD card compatibility. All engines in the new range meet the latest Euro 6 emission regulations, with a new 1.6 diesel engine replacing the 1.8 Mitsubishi diesel unit in the ZC-M and ZC-H manual models.

The Mirage has a winning blend of chic styling, exceptional comfort, low running costs and tiny turning circle, and the Attivo, which replaces the earlier models, adds to an already great specification. New features include heated front seats, cruise control with limiter, and the Mitsubishi Multi Entertainment System (MMES) – which includes satellite navigation plus a rear-view camera. 
The new model also boasts electric folding door mirrors with integral indicators. That’s a lot of bang for your buck for a small family car.

Available as a manual or an automatic, the Attivo, which can seat five people, has a boot capacity of 235 litres, while the 1.2 three-cylinder petrol engine is Euro 6b-compliant and delivers a wallet-friendly 65.7mpg. Emissions are just 100g/km CO2 for the manual and 99g/km for the CVT, which means owners don’t pay any vehicle tax and there’s no liability for the London congestion charge either.

Other impressive eco-technologies include Auto Stop & Go and a regenerative braking system. Inside, the airy and comfortable cabin cocoons its occupants in a pleasant, well-designed and, above all, safe environment. Speaking of safety, the Attivo has ABS as standard as well as an emergency stop system and six airbags.
The L200 Series 5 pick-up received its European premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in February this year and drew widespread praise with its much larger loading area, more muscular bodywork and safety improvements such as Trailer Assist and seven airbags.

And in July, the all-new L200 was named Best Pick-Up 2015 by judges at Auto Express – the UK’s top automobile weekly – ahead of its UK launch, where it received widespread praise from the motoring press. It has inherited the DNA of its predecessors and takes the pick-up concept even further. The L200 Series 5, which has four trims, is an entirely new vehicle from the ground up, with significant improvements in 330 areas. The result is the ultimate vehicle for commercial duty, combined with SUV-like refinement in quality and dynamic performance. In all key areas the new L200 Series 5 is best in class. These include fuel efficiency, performance, emissions and manoeuvrability plus combined carrying and towing. What’s more, it’s also the only pick-up that can be driven permanently in two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive on tarmac and off road.

The Series 5 is more fuel-efficient than before, too, with a combined 42.9mpg, and it returns the lowest CO2 figure in its class, emitting just 169g/km. It has a turning radius of 5.9m and can carry and tow a combined 4.1 tonnes, outshining similar vehicles from other manufacturers. Powered by the new 2.4-litre MIVEC turbo-diesel engine, it is available with 151 bhp or 178 bhp in a five-speed automatic or six-speed manual. And with its leather interior and clean dashboard layout, it’s even been likened to a premium, executive motor more than a pick-up truck.

 
On top of all this, all new Mitsubishi vehicles come with a five-year/62,500-mile warranty, so confident and proud is the manufacturer of the build quality.



To find out more about the new, improved range of Mitsubishi vehicles and arrange a test drive, call in at the showroom in Braunton Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1LQ or telephone 01271 342600.



 

GET MOT PEACE OF MIND FROM DEVONSHIRE MOTORS FOR JUST £7.50

DEVONSHIRE MOTORS is offering drivers peace of mind at a bargain rate for when MOT day arrives.

It can be a nerve-racking ordeal for vehicle-owners when the annual check rolls round, as they wait to find out if any work needs doing to keep their vehicle legal – and just how much it might cost them.

However, the Barnstaple-based Mitsubishi dealership can remove that worry.

If you take your vehicle to Devonshire Motors for its MOT, the Mitsubishi MOT Protection Plan will cover the vehicle for up to £750 of repairs at the time of its next MOT for just £7.50.* If the vehicle fails the MOT, Mitsubishi-trained technicians will carry out the necessary repairs using state-of-the-art equipment and approved Mitsubishi parts. 

The plan offers cover for repairs on lighting equipment, steering and suspension, brakes, and seat belts plus general repairs such as mirrors and windscreen wipers.

There must also be at least three months until the MOT is due when the plan is taken out, and maintenance must have been carried out according to the manufacturer’s servicing schedule.

Nathan Tomlinson, Dealer Principal at the Braunton Road dealership, said: ‘Nobody likes unpleasant financial surprises, so we’re pleased to be able to give our customers the reassurance of cover for unexpected costs that result from the MOT test.

‘The MOT is a legal obligation, but thanks to this scheme vehicle-owners won’t have to pay huge amounts of money to stay on the right side of the law.’

Devonshire Motors was named Dealer of the Year by Mitsubishi Motors this year at its annual conference held for UK dealerships. It also consistently receives the highest rating possible – five stars – in Mitsubishi’s customer satisfaction surveys, which are based on feedback over four-month periods.

For more information about the Mitsubishi MOT Protection Plan, call Devonshire Motors Service team on 01271 342600.

* MOT Protection Plan terms and conditions apply

GREAT AUTUMN MOTABILITY OFFERS AT DEVONSHIRE MOTORS

NEW Motability deals at Devonshire Motors in Barnstaple are certain to bring autumn cheer to people – especially with nil advance payment on some models.

Available until 31st December 2015, these special offers mean that it’s never been easier or more affordable for people registered with the Motability scheme to get behind the wheel of their ideal Mitsubishi model.

Models from the UK’s best-selling Outlander PHEV, Outlander diesel, awesome ASX crossover and new Mirage Attivo are available under the scheme. Example prices are given below, and full details for all the models are available at the Braunton Road showroom.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. Using electric and petrol power, it boasts an impressive official combined fuel consumption figure of 156mpg it has an electric range of 32½ miles plus phenomenal environmental credentials, emitting just 44g/km of CO2. Since it was launched last June, it’s become the UK’s best-selling plug-in hybrid, with Mitsubishi Motors in the UK now having sold more than 10,000 of them.

The five-seater automatic Outlander PHEV GX3h 4WD is available for an advance payment of just £888 for people on the War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement (WPMS) or£1,899 for those on Disability Living Allowance (DLA). For those needing a seven-seater the Outlander GX3 4WD Diesel is available for just £788 (WPMS) or £1799 (DLA) and is also available with automatic transmission.
There are also outstanding offers on the stunning Mitsubishi ASX crossover, with the range starting from just £49 advance payment. Available with a choice of powerful yet efficient petrol and diesel engines, the ASX offers impressive fuel economy but packs plenty of pulling power when needed. Plus for those who like the assurances that a 4×4 can give, ASX is available as a 4WD and with both manual and automatic transmission. Peace of mind doesn’t just come in the form of the model’s 4WD ability either, as each ASX model boasts a five-star Euro-NCAP rating.


Meanwhile, the Mirage Attivo – the new Mirage model with even more high-level specification including: Satellite Navigation, rear parking camera and sensors, heated seats, cruise control and up to 65mpg fuel economy is available with nil advance payment on both petrol and automatic versions for people on either WPMS or DLA.

What’s more, to assist drivers even further, rear parking sensors are included free on all new Motability Mitsubishis where rear sensors or a camera are not already standard.

Nathan Tomlinson, Dealer Principal at Devonshire Motors, said: ‘The range of Mitsubishi vehicles available on the Motability scheme again underlines our ongoing commitment to disabled drivers, these really are terrific Motability deals from Mitsubishi and I think people are going to be really surprised by the new styling and specification that’s available, so I’d encourage eligible motorists to visit us and see how easy and affordable it can be to get behind the wheel of a new Mitsubishi.’

Motability is a national charity offering disabled people the opportunity to obtain a car, powered wheelchair or scooter by using Government-funded mobility allowances. To qualify, recipients must receive a higher-rate Motability component of the Disability Living Allowance or War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement. The scheme is also available to parents and carers.

The Motability scheme enables qualifying customers to have a new car every three years with insurance, servicing and maintenance, annual vehicle tax, full breakdown assistance from the RAC, free replacement tyres fitted by Kwik-Fit, and window and windscreen repairs or replacement at no extra cost.

For more details of the latest Motability offers or to book a test drive, call Devonshire Motors now on 01271 342600 and ask to speak to either Peter, Chris or Jeremy.

SALES SURGE FOR ULTRA LOW EMISSION CARS AS MAYOR OF LONDON BORIS JOHNSON UNVEILS NEW OUTLANDER PHEV

· UK plug-in hybrid sales rise 226.5 per cent, from 4,300 to 14,041 so far in 2015

· Mayor of London Boris Johnson unveils new Outlander PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) at Mitsubishi Motors head office, Tokyo.

· Mitsubishi Motors in the UK invests £48m in facilities and creates hundreds of new jobs thanks to PHEV success.

TOKYO - On the day the Mayor of London Boris Johnson unveiled the new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV in Tokyo, latest new car sales figure analysis has shown booming demand for plug-in cars.

Some 20,992 motorists have made the leap to plug-in hybrids and EVs so far in 2015 with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV topping the charts, outselling its nearest rival by more than two-to-one.

Campaign group Go Ultra Low has analysed the latest sales figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and has today revealed plug-in hybrid sales especially are up 226.5 per cent, compared to 2014.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has won 9,303 sales so far this year, and with the new model unveiled today by Mr Johnson at Mitsubishi Motors head office in Tokyo, that looks set to be increased even further.

Mr Johnson said: ‘This car proves that the technology is there and I hope it will give great encouragement to the consumer to think that mass production of vehicles like this is now brining the price down to an affordable level so by 2020 when in London we have the first ultra low emissions zone, cars like the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV will qualify.’

Mr Osamu Masuko, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Chairman and CEO, added: 'We greatly appreciate the significant progress the Mayor's initiatives in London have made to encourage the uptake of ultra-low emission vehicles. We are very proud that the Mayor has taken this opportunity to unveil our new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV here in Tokyo today.’

In line with a trend seen throughout this year, registrations of ultra low emission vehicles continue to grow their share of the market, accounting for more than one per cent of car sales so far this year. That is up significantly from the same period in 2014 when 0.44 per cent of registrations were plug-ins.

The government anticipates that five per cent of new car registrations (around 100,000 units) will be ultra low emission by 2020 – an expectation that appears on track in light of recent rises.

Lance Bradley, Managing Director, Mitsubishi Motors in the UK, said: 'The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV along with forward looking and consistent Government policy on incentives is creating a market for plug-ins that will ultimately set the UK apart in global terms, by delivering the right balance of low emission driving, value for money, economy and practicality. This new model is another bold step in that direction.'

The new Outlander PHEV will see more job opportunities and investment by Mitsubishi Motors in the UK. Around 400 new job opportunities have been created since Mitsubishi introduced the Outlander PHEV in 2014, and this will grow to more than 1000 during the next three years with the new model.

The new jobs include network sales people with specialist skills in ultra-low emission vehicle technology; additional people at the headquarters in the UK; and additional people to prepare the cars once they arrive at the final assembly area at Portbury, Bristol – a facility in which the company has now committed £48m.

The Mayor of London’s initiatives such as an ultra-low emission zone in London and his drive for more plug-in vehicles in the city have contributed to the success of the Outlander PHEV.

 
Head of Go Ultra Low, Poppy Welch, said: ‘The growth in plug-in car registrations is excellent news and in line with our expectations. This trend should continue over the course of this year as we know that motorists are keen to achieve maximum miles for the lowest cost, while minimising emissions and environmental impact.’
To find out more about Outlander PHEV, to see the vehicle or book a test-drive contact Devonshire Motors on 01271 342600 or visit the showroom on Braunton road.

ATTIVO IS THE NEW MITSUBISHI MIRAGE WITH EVEN MORE SPECIFICATION AND IT’S NOW AT DEVONSHIRE MOTORS

THE Attivo is Mitsubishi’s new Mirage model with an ultra-high-level specification that’s bound to impress – and it’s now available at Devonshire Motors in Barnstaple. The Mitsubishi Mirage has always had a winning blend of chic styling, exceptional comfort, low running costs and tiny turning circle, and the Attivo, which replaces the earlier models, adds to an already great specification. 

New features include heated front seats, cruise control with limiter, and the Mitsubishi Multi Entertainment System (MMES) – which includes satellite navigation plus a rear-view camera. The new model also boasts electric folding door mirrors with integral indicators. That’s a lot of bang for your buck for a small family car!

Available as a manual or an automatic, the Attivo, which can seat five people, has a boot capacity of 235 litres, and the 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, which is Euro 6b-compliant, delivers a wallet-friendly 65.7mpg. Carbon dioxide emissions are just 100g/km for the manual and 99g/km for the CVT, which means zero road tax on all Mirage Attivo’s.  

Other impressive eco-technologies on the Attivo include Auto Stop & Go and a regenerative braking system. Inside the car, the airy and comfortable cabin cocoons its occupants in a pleasant, well designed and, above all, safe environment with ABS as standard as well as an emergency stop system plus six airbags. And being a Mitsubishi, all new vehicles come with a five-year/62,500-mile warranty, so confident and proud is the manufacturer of the build quality.
 
Devonshire Motors Dealer Principal Nathan Tomlinson said: ‘We’re tremendously excited about the new Mirage Attivo. It’s crammed with so much high-level specification, it’s attractive, super economical, it attracts zero road tax and for little more than the cost of a cheap second-hand car the price and finance packages mean that just about anyone can afford one.’
To find out more about the new Mirage Attivo and arrange a test drive, visit Devonshire Motors in Braunton Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1LQ or call Peter, Chris Jeremy or Nigel from our sales team on 01271 342600.

GET A ‘65’ PLATE SPECIAL DEAL ON MITSUBISHI VEHICLES AT DEVONSHIRE MOTORS

THE ‘65’ plate is on its way and award-winning Devonshire Motors in Barnstaple is all geared up for it, with sparkling deals on Mitsubishi vehicles to welcome in the shiny new registration on 1st September.

The Braunton Road showroom is offering £1,000 off the awesome crossover that is the ASX, with a 5.9% PCP deal too, as well as wanting just £99 per month for the clever and compact Mirage 1.

The Mirage has a winning blend of chic styling, exceptional comfort, low running costs and a tiny turning circle. What’s more, its miserly emissions rate means it’s exempt from vehicle tax. Meanwhile, the stunning ASX crossover is available with a choice of powerful yet efficient petrol and diesel engines, and it had a refined diesel engine introduced this July. The ASX offers impressive fuel economy but still packs plenty of pulling power. It also boasts a five-star Euro-NCAP safety rating and is available as a four-wheel drive.

The legendary Mitsubishi Shogun is the iconic 4x4 that’s truly ready to tackle anything. It’s the long-time, long-term favourite of those who make real pack-horse, tow-truck, mud-plugging demands of their vehicle on a regular basis. This is a dyed-in-the-wool, no-holds-barred, authentic off-roader. Contract hire on the 4x4 Shogun is £379 per month for the SG4 LWB.

For business users it’s certainly worth considering the benefits of contract hire. With contract hire, you pay a set amount per month to use a vehicle over an arranged time period – usually two or three years. When that period comes to an end, the vehicle is returned to the contract hire company.

You don’t own the vehicle if you take out a contract hire agreement but monthly payments can be a lot less than loan instalments. What’s more, there are substantial benefits for your business – and you get to drive a new set of wheels each time you finish one agreement and start another. This means you’re normally always covered by the manufacturer warranty and you regularly benefit from advances made in technology, fuel economy and safety.

The game-changing Outlander PHEV was launched last year and has quickly become the UK’s best-selling plug-in hybrid SUV. It’s not difficult to see why, as it can save drivers thousands of pounds. The Outlander PHEV can travel up to 32½ miles in electric mode alone, emits just 44g of CO2 per kilometre and has an official combined fuel consumption figure of 148mpg, with a total combined range of 510 miles. It’s exempt from vehicle tax and the London congestion charge, and it qualifies for the government’s £5,000 Plug-in Car Grant. In addition, it attracts just five per cent taxable Benefit in Kind, giving company car drivers a virtual pay rise of several thousand pounds a year.

New Outlander PHEVs are available with a great 5.9 per cent APR PCP deal at Devonshire Motors, so what could be better than a 65-plate Outlander PHEV? A used one with a massive saving, that’s what. Devonshire Motors has a limited number of ex-management Outlander PHEVs available and you can buy one for just £28,995 and still take advantage of the 5.9 per cent APR PCP deal.

The ultimate pick-up that is the Mitsubishi L200 has fantastic all-terrain driving capability matched with superb power and performance. It really is a four-wheeled workmate like no other, and in early July the all-new L200 Series 5 was named Best Pick-Up 2015 by judges at Auto Express – the UK’s top automobile weekly – ahead of its official launch later in the month. It has inherited the DNA of its predecessors and takes the pick-up concept even further. And it received widespread praise from the motoring press as well at its UK launch held last month at the MIRA testing ground in Nuneaton.

The L200 Series 5 is an entirely new vehicle from the ground up, with significant improvements in 330 areas. The result is the ultimate vehicle for commercial duty, combined with SUV-like refinement in quality and dynamic performance. In all key areas the L200 Series 5 is best in class. These include fuel efficiency, performance, emissions and manoeuvrability plus combined carrying and towing. It is also the only pick-up that can be driven permanently in two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive on tarmac and off road.

The Series 5 is more fuel-efficient than before, with a combined 42.9mpg, and returns the lowest CO2 figure in its class, emitting just 169g/km. It has a turning radius of 5.9m and can carry and tow a combined 4.1 tonnes, outshining similar vehicles from other manufacturers.

Devonshire Motors was named Dealer of the Year at this year’s annual conference held by Mitsubishi for its UK dealers and is consistently awarded the maximum five-star customer satisfaction rating, so you know you’re going to be looked after well by the expert team there. In addition, all new Mitsubishi models come with a five-year warranty, showing just how much confidence the manufacturer has in the quality and reliability of its vehicles.

Dealer Principal Nathan Tomlinson said: ‘We’ve got a terrific line-up of Mitsubishi vehicles with equally terrific deals and we’re very excited about the “65” plate coming in, it’s an exciting time of year for us and we look forward to welcoming new customers to the dealership as well as continuing to look after our existing customers.’

To find out more about the range of Mitsubishi vehicles, take advantage of the special offers and arrange a test drive, visit Devonshire Motors in Braunton Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1LQ, or phone 01271 342600 and speak to a member of our sales team Chris, Peter, Jeremy or Nigel.

MITSUBISHI’S NEW SERIES 5 L200 HAS ARRIVED AT DEVONSHIRE MOTORS

IT’S been years in the making but Mitsubishi’s all-new L200 pick-up has now arrived at Devonshire Motors in Barnstaple, having picked up a top award en route – and it’s going to be well worth the wait. The L200 Series 5 received its European premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in February this year and drew widespread praise with its much larger loading area, more muscular bodywork and safety improvements such as Trailer Assist and seven airbags. In July, the all-new L200 was named Best Pick-Up 2015 by judges at Auto Express – the UK’s top automobile weekly. It has inherited the DNA of its predecessors and takes the pick-up concept even further. 

And it received widespread praise from the motoring press as well last month, at its UK launch held at the MIRA testing ground in Nuneaton.

The L200 Series 5, which has four specification levels, is an entirely new vehicle from the ground up, with significant improvements in 330 areas. The result is the ultimate vehicle for commercial duty, combined with SUV-like refinement in quality and dynamic performance. In all key areas the new L200 Series 5 is best-in-class. These include fuel efficiency, performance, emissions and manoeuvrability plus combined carrying and towing. It is also the only pick-up that can be driven permanently in two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive on tarmac and off road.

The Series 5 is so much more fuel-efficient than before, now with a combined 42.9mpg, and returns the lowest CO2 figure in its class, emitting just 169g/km. It has a turning radius of 5.9m and can carry and tow a combined 4.1 tonnes, outshining similar vehicles from other manufacturers.

Powered by the new 2.4-litre MIVEC turbo-diesel engine, all high-series variants come with 178bhp in a five-speed automatic or six-speed manual. And with its leather interior and clean dashboard layout, it’s even been likened to a premium, executive vehicle more than a pick-up truck.

Nathan Tomlinson, Dealer Principal at Devonshire Motors in Braunton Road, said: ‘Everyone here is incredibly excited about the L200 Series 5. Our customers really love the existing L200 as it does such a great job and the new Series 5 is just so much better in every respect, we know that it won’t disappoint in the slightest. It’s as competent climbing up a mountain or navigating a building site as it is comfortable on a motorway or around city streets. It’s easy to drive, quick, economical and just amazing off-road and as a work vehicle for towing. Without any doubt it’s going to be even more of a hit than its predecessors were.’

The L200 is the biggest-selling 4x4 pick-up in the UK. Mitsubishi has sold 130,000 here since its launch in 1987 and 1.3 million worldwide. 


The L200 range comes with the longest warranty of any pick-up in the UK – five years or 62,500 miles. They are also supplied with a 12-year anti-corrosion perforation warranty and three-year pan-European breakdown cover plus home and accident insurance.

The all-new L200 Series 5 will go on sale in September, but Devonshire Motors have already have a showroom vehicle on display with more stock and a demonstrator on its way. Initially available in double cab, prices start from £19,749 for the 4Life, £20,749 for the Titan, £23,049 for the Warrior and £23,799 for the top-of-the-range Barbarian. The prices quoted are the commercial vehicle list prices.

To find out more about the all-new L200 and arrange a test drive, call in and visit our friendly staff at Devonshire Motors on Braunton Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1LQ or phone 
01271 342600.